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statistics (biostatistics)
Numerical analysis of data, particularly the analysis of probability of empirical findings in data subject to random variation.
Specific
absolute risk
absolute risk reduction
case fatality rate
coefficient
confidence interval (CI)
correlation
incidence
likelihood ratio (LR)
mean value
nomogram
number needed to harm (NNH)
number needed to treat (NNT)
odds
predictive value
prevalence
probability
relative risk (risk ratio, RR, hazzard ratio, HR)
relative risk reduction (RRR)
reliability
sensitivity of test for a condition or disease
specificity
standard error the mean
statistical error
validity
value range
References
- Stedman's Medical Dictionary 27th ed, Williams &
Wilkins, Baltimore, 1999.
- Prescriber's Letter 12(5): 2005
Worksheet to Evaluate Drug Studies
Detail-Document#: 210610
(subscription needed) http://www.prescribersletter.com
- Armstrong KA, Metlay JP.
Annals Clinical Decision Making: Using a Diagnostic Test.
Ann Intern Med. 2020 May 5;172(9):604-609
PMID: 32311733